Japanese dragon

betta -BabyDragon-


Hi!
I drew a betta fish again for the first time in a while. In kanji, it’s written as 闘魚 (fighting fish).

However, this time it’s subtly dragonized, so I’m calling it “闘龍魚” (betta -BabyDragon-).
Bettas are regularly stocked in aquarium shops, often lined up in tiny tanks in large numbers.
The ones with long fins are males, and as the name suggests, they are highly territorial toward others of the same species. Their display of flaring—spreading their fins to intimidate rivals—is one of their most beautiful behaviors.


There’s a wide variety of colors due to extensive selective breeding.


I’ve also created variations like this.

Many say things like “You can keep them without a filter” or “They’re hardy because of their labyrinth organ,” but in my experience, they are quite difficult fish to care for.
Unless you keep them in ultra-soft blackwater and let them flare regularly, their fins can melt and fuse, requiring a lot of maintenance. Without proper knowledge and medications for fish diseases, they can fall ill quickly. Also, the ones sold in shops are usually already adults, so the time you get to spend with them is somewhat limited.

Recently, a type of betta called Plakat—which doesn’t have such long fins—has become quite popular. Among them is a strain called Black Dragon Samurai, which sounds like the name of a fourth grader’s dream. But it more than lives up to the name—it’s incredibly cool. Every time I see one at a shop, I feel tempted to bring one home… though at around ¥5,000 a fish, I end up hesitating.

Summon: Bahamut Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ Borderless Art


Hello!
Continuing the series of updates—here’s the next one!
The ultimate summon of Final Fantasy a tremendous responsibility!

‘Every single line must be absolutely cool!’


I put everything into this piece, hoping that longtime MtG fans, Final Fantasy series fans, and those discovering it for the first time will feel compelled to own this card.
I sincerely thank Square Enix and Wizards of the Coast for giving me this incredible opportunity.
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Summon: Leviathan Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ Borderless Art


Hello there.
I had the great honor of being responsible for the Ukiyo-e illustration!

I’m excited to reveal this!
I painted Summon: Leviathan Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ Borderless Art!

It’s truly a deeply moving experience.
I put my heart into every single stroke of the crashing waves. I hope this work resonates with longtime MtG fans, Final Fantasy series fans, and those experiencing it for the first time.
I sincerely thank Square Enix and Wizards of the Coast for giving me this incredible opportunity.
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Myakumyaku-sama transforms into a dragon

Hello there.
At long last, the Japan Expo 2025 Osaka has begun!
Well, a lot happened today as well, but for now, congrats are in order! Haha.

This Expo is probably hitting home for all the yokai enthusiasts out there.
Yes, I’m talking about none other than Myakumyaku-sama, also known as “Inochi Kagayaki-kun.”
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Double Peace Dragon

…Phew, that was close! I almost messed up my New Year’s resolution of “a new piece every month” already! (;^ω^)
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